1976 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 NSU 1200 (85 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 NSU 1200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Daihatsu Charmant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Daihatsu Charmant (90 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1976 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Daihatsu Charmant | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | NSU |
| Model | Charmant | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2240 mm |
